This animal hospital came highly recommended and I second this recommendation. My 10 year old dog came in to have a lipoma removed yesterday and he and I both felt like family. I was historically crying and they assured me he will be fine and consoled me as well. They even encouraged me to call as much as I wanted and comforted him when he was out of surgery so he knew he would be loved. The empathy given by doctors and staff cannot be put into words. I will never take my dogs anywhere else. Thank you so much for giving my dogs a second home. After my dog had surgery yesterday, I took him out to use the bathroom and he looked at the door ready to go back in to be with his new friends while he recovered and seemed disappointed to be leaving!! They are amazing from consultation, surgery, follow up etc. Read Less

Right off the bat I have to say I am incredibly disappointed by this practice. About 10 days ago, my dog of 10 years began coughing and throwing up white and clear liquids. It appeared as if he was choking but nothing had come out. He had no difficulty eating or drinking but when he would, he would throw up. Eventually he stopped eating and drinking all together. My family had taken him to this practice to find out what is going on. Initially, the first examination they wanted to prescribe him antibiotics but no diagnosis was made. I was told that the dog had to be on this medication for a few days and if he didn't get better then they would re-evaluate and take blood test & radiographs. Only a few days passed and the symptoms got worse. We brought him back to get checked out and on the radiographs they said nothing was abnormal. On the blood test, everything seemed normal. But for some odd reason, they decided to highlight portions of the blood test even though it was within normal range. So why highlight it in the first place if it's in normal range? They then injected him with fluids and checked his temperature. They told us everything seemed fine. So we brought him back home and stayed on the same medication the doctor had prescribed, yet with no idea why he is at the state he is. We called to get records of my dog and I had to call several times. They were incredibly rude and unhelpful. They told me the doctor was going to give a call back with more information so i had waited on the call and no call. We then took my dog to another hospital where they diagnosed him with lung cancer. At that point it was terminal and there was nothing else to be done. My dog passed away last night in our house hold, with no capacity to breath and literally fought trying to breath until he couldn't anymore. Today I got a call from the doctor and I informed her that my dog passed away. All she could say was "Yeah I had a feeling he would". Very insensitive and questionable practice. I wouldn't recommend. Read Less

For the last 15 years my sweet schnoodle Melita has been a furry patient of OAH! From her very first visit Melita has been given only the best veterinary care by staff who treat her with compassion , patience and honesty. This little schnoodle pup is my heart and I would trust only the Occoquan Animal Hospital staff to keep her in tip top shape! If you love your pet as I do then I encourage you to give this wonderful haven for our four legged friends a try !!! Read Less

We took our hurt rabbit there. She was shaking and wasn't drinking or eating. Her ear was injured and we had put antibiotic on it. Since it seemed like she was having partial seizures, I took her in to have her checked. I was happy to hear from the vet that she was healthy. He said she was just in a little pain, but that everything was okay. That she would get back to normal. We had to leave her home to get her baby food to try to syringe feed her. I came home to my baby rabbit cold, rigid and dead. My heart is broken.  I forgot to mention the fact that after we had taken her home from the vet and they gave us pain medication, she got worse. She couldnt stand up and just laid down, eyes barely open. Out of desperation I called the vet again, thinking the guy who saw my rabbit would know best what it could be. The girl said hold on, then came back on the phone and told me she was redirecting me to a different hospital. Because "they were closing". They didnt care about me or my poor baby rabbit. And now shes dead, the same day she visited this place. And they didnt help. Read Less

Have not stepped foot in this place and would never support such an outdated practice!!! While looking for a new vet for my two dogs and newly adopted cat, I stumbled across Occoquan Animal hospital. I am sadden and disgusted by such a practice that offers surgical procedures many vets have opted not to do. Declawing, Tail Docking/Declaw, Ear cropping, are not only selfish and cruel but excruciating painfull to the animal. The most horrific of all is Debarking a painful and unnessacery procedure where they remove a large portion of the dogs/cat laryngeal tissue if not all of it. Would you like to have your voicebox taken away? Didn't think so! The fact that they even advertise this on their website really makes me question their passion for animals. There are other means to control noise, like training, or even better, doing research and being knowledgeable on the breed you're getting. If they are known to be more noisy than other breeds, and you don't like it. Probally not the breed for you! And as far as a veterinary practice - shame on YOU! Just another way to make money! Read Less

I recently had my three cats in for their annual check ups. Dr. Morse saw them and he did a fantastic job. Our oldest cat was having a problem and he quickly identified it and solved it. We always receive consistently excellent care for our dogs and cats at this facility!! Thanks!! 🌟🌟🌟 Read Less

The absolute best in the area hands down. We have an English Bulldog and Dr. Morse is a Bulldog whisperer. Very knowledgeable in the breed and a swell guy. Staff is great and so are the prices. I would not take my baby anywhere else. Read Less

I absolutely love doctor Morse and his staff I've been coming to this vet for over 15 years. Dr. Morris and his wife also a vet Provide exceptional care and we'll go to no links to find out what the scenario is and get an answer for you. They offer walk-in hours no appointment needed first come first serve or triage if needed. The building is older as well as the decor inside but I would not let that sway your decision because the Veterinary Care is the highest standard I've ever seen. Read Less

I have taken my pets here for years and until recently have always been pleased with my experinces. However one of my beagles who was lyme positive when we found him(5 years ago). We treated as recommended by the doctor and he got better. However i have recently found out that he has been reinfected with lyme disease. I am upset that I was never educated about the lyme vaccine that could have protected my pet and prevented him from becoming reinfected. I hope that this is a one time mistake and nobody elses pet is having this issue. Read Less

I'm struggling to draft this review, because I believe the men and women here care and do the best job they can. I'm not writing this review for Occoquan Animal Hospital, but I'm writing this for the fur mom or dad who has a sick fur baby and is struggling with getting them better.When I brought my very sick fur baby here, she wasn't eating and suffered from diarrhea and vomiting. I didn't know why she was sick. I had a few ideas, but nothing concrete. After unsuccessfully trying every trick I had in my book (e.g. feeding her boiled chicken with rice, giving her a small dose of apple cider vinegar, etc), I brought her here for help.Unfortunately, the most seasoned Vet here couldn't tell me anything either, after running a full set of lab work and  x-rays, and doing a physical exam, he read off a bunch of medicalese that didn't make much sense to me and told me it could be anything from a virus or infection to cancer. He THINKS it's the latter. Cancer? Shouldn't that be detectable, I thought? That was it. He recommended I run more tests. An ultra sound that's only available on Tuesday's.Since I wasn't given a definitive diagnosis, I prayed it wasn't anything terminal and I took her home with an arm full of medicines, mostly antibiotics, no pain medicine, to try and give her. A $600 bill later, I felt just as hopeless as I did prior to walking through their doors.A week or so later, she wasn't getting better so I brought her back. Asked for another Vet. This time I was a bit more educated, after staying up late a few nights and surfing the internet. I drilled this doctor. Asked her tough questions and $300 later, she refused to disagree with the seasoned doctor I had gone to before and she basically told me the same thing. Run more tests. She recommended an ultra sound. They one guy who administers them only comes on Tuesday's so I'd have to come back. That would be another $400, just for the ultra sound. I was ready to come back on Tuesday until I asked, will the MRI give me definitive results? To which she responded, maybe, maybe not. It was a gamble. She advised I could walk away with nothing just as I had with the blood work and the X-rays. She then recommended I prepare to say goodbye. At least with her, I got pain mess for my fur baby and some food that my fur baby actually ate, first thing she'd had eaten in days.I went home and cried like a baby, but I had learned a lot by asking tough questions. First, Vets (unlike our primary care or urgent care doctors) do not specialize in internal medicine. In the Veterinary world, Internal Medicine is a specialty. You have to go to school an extra four years for that. That's first. Second, going to a regular Vet for an internal medicine issue is like going to an eye doctor for a foot fungus. You're wasting time and money.Please read this! If you have a fur baby suffering from anything internal to them. Diarrhea. Vomiting. Lethargic. Loss of appetite. Go to an Internal Medicine Vet! He or she may cost a little more, but you'll spend money with someone who specializes in what's wrong with your baby than wasting money and time on folks who don't.Learn from me! Read Less

Love you all! Thank you so much Dr.Morse for assuring my puppy king is going to live a long healthy life despite what he went through. Only hospital I know that is more worried about animals living long healthy lives and aren't just seeking there's owners money!Read Less

I highly, highly recommend this Animal Hospital.  We adopted 2 kittens were referred here by the adoption agency.  We have taken our kittens here several times already - for routine vaccinations, neutering, GI issues and most recently for an unexpected hip surgery.  We have seen 3 different veterinarians, and all have been excellent. The care itself has been top notch, and they all have answered my questions appropriately and made sure I was comfortable with the treatments.  Most importantly, they all seem to really enjoy what they do and really care for the animals.  The staff also deserves recognition for being so helpful and professional.  My  kittens healed well after neutering and were back to normal within a day without any issues.  Dr. Morse recently did our Powell's hip surgery for congenital hip dysplasia.  The recovery has been as expected, without any complications.  We have also boarded our cats here several times. The office runs on a first come, first serve basis, though they do accept/require appointments for routine procedures and surgeries.  I have never had to wait an unreasonable amount of time.  The waiting room and offices are not fancy but they are clean and comfortable.  I'm so glad this place was recommended to me. Read Less

THE BEST!  A bit of a drive for me from the Reston area to Woodbridge, but well worth it.  I have always found this practice to be honest and forthright.  The office staff is always friendly.  Thanks for ALWAYS being there for me and my pack!  Oh, BTW, Dusty is feeling much better and is able to wag his tail this morning. Read Less

I rescue cats and have 12 now. Dr. Morse has taken great care of my cats the past three years. They really care about your babies and their fees are very reasonable. They are very compassionate and very professional. Read Less

Took me about three years after i moved to the veterinarian wasteland that is DC metro but found the perfect vet @Occaquan. All are friendly and informative and show real empathy without price gouging or upselling like the money grubbers in Alexandria. Read Less

This is the first animal hospital I've ever been to that I felt like everyone cared about your animals more then the money. Most animal hospitals in the area seem like they want to milk you for everything you have and barely show any care for your aninmals. Dr. Morse is a very nice and knowledgeable doctor. He was nice enough to show me my dogs bone structure when he popped his leg out of his hip. I would definitely recommend other people to bring their dogs or cats here . Read Less

Dr. Morse has been a God-send!! We used to live in Annapolis, MD, and after being extremely disappointed and frustrated in the vets there for the past 12 yrs, we found Dr. Morse on the recommendation of my Shih Tzu's breeder in PA. One of her show people in VA highly rec'd Dr. Morse. We were so thrilled to find him that it was well worth the 2 hr drive to see him. When we sought Dr. Morse initially, it was because our Annapolis vets had misdiagnosed our furbaby as having protein leaking into her urine! They wanted to put her on medication whose side effect could cause kidney issues!! I was in a frantic search for a 2nd opinion. I knew my furbaby and deep down, I felt those vets were wrong. On the very 1st visit, Dr Morse CORRECTLY diagnosed her as NOT having that kidney issue. Instead, he determined the other vet had not spun the urine sample correctly. There was NO protein leakage. She did NOT need that dangerous medication! Her urine sample that he tested and sent to the lab came back normal!! We are forever grateful to this wonderful and kind veterinarian. We now live in the District of Columbia and the drive to see Dr. Morse is a bit shorter at 1 hr --- and still well worth it!! It is SO wonderful to finally have a vet who listens, CARES, has a very kind and friendly disposition, who is VERY EFFECTIVE, who LISTENS, and who treats the pet owner with respect. I have been blessed to have my furbaby for 14 wonderful years, and hope to have her for many more. I am well versed in holistic health and it is so refreshing to have a vet who is OPEN MINDED. I cannot rave enough about Dr. Morse or the rest of the staff (including Dr. Farge, who recently helped us over a phone call). They arre ALL fabulous! THANK YOU DR MORSE & OCCOQUAN ANIMAL HOSPITAL! Pam Read Less

I will find a new veterinarian.  I'm waiting for two hours and when I questioned the receptionist about the wait, they told me I was next.  Dr. Fargo comes out and calls someone who arrived after me.  I said "excuse me but I was next." She smiles, says nothing, and closes the door after he and his pet enter the examination room.  The receptionist says that because I did not state a preference for a doctor, even though my chart was up next, it is the policy for doctors at Occoquan Animal Hospital to look through the charts and pick out any one from a patient that has requested them.  For a walk in clinic, how is that fair?  Finally I get in to see a doctor.  One thing I need is Phycox.  She says "Oh do you have a card?  Because you are supposed to get one free for every five you buy."  Huh?  I've been buying tis product for years and no one has EVER mentioned that. She looks through me records and I've bought the product seven times so I am due for a free bottle.  Thank you.  I usually end up with Dr. Fargo but she has never mentioned this Phycox offer.Nor did Dr. Fargo ever mention that the bordatella shot was optional and in fact not recommended since I do not board my dog.  Now I'm thinking perhaps it was a blessing that Dr. Fargo did not pick my chart because it would have been just another rushed visit four minute visit with a bordatella shot that my dog didn't need and no mention of Phycox buy five get one free offer. Read Less

We have been here twice since moving to the area and love it.  Both vets are very attentive and personable and just have amazing bedside manner.  They are also priced great and are very honest with their experience and opinions.  We are here to stay. Read Less

I first learned about OAH back in 1996. I had a sweet little Cocker Spaniel mix, named Skipper, who had a really rough time, healthwise, most of her life. We adopted her from the PWC animals shelter around 1985/1986. For most of her life, we went to another place, but I made very little money back then, and their rates were pretty high. But, as long as she got better, that's all that mattered to me. Well, in the summer of 1996, she started having the most awful sneezing fits. I took her to the vet, and they said allergies. We started her on antihistamines - Benadryl. Didn't work, and then she started having discharge from her nose. Vet said it was a sinus infection and started her on antibiotics. That didn't work. We were going to the vet almost weekly, but my poor Skipper was not getting any better. Financially, I was beyond tapped out. I asked if I could start making some kind of payment arrangements. Nope, payment in full had to be made at each appointment. So, I started using my credit cards next. That's when a good friend and coworker recommended OAH. She said their fees were extremely reasonable, all the vets had wonderful bedside manners, and they had evening hours. I started taking Skipper there...late fall of 1996. The vets there weren't exactly sure what was going on either. They reviewed her chart from the previous vet, ran their own tests, and it was just puzzling. They took biopsies to look for cancer, but they all came back negative. Then my poor girl started swelling really bad on the right side of her head and face. She completely lost vision in her right eye. The right side of her mouth was painful to the touch. OAH was great about not charging me for an office visit every time I brought her in and if a medication didn't work, they sometimes credited me for it. It was mid-December when one of the vets at OAH recommended I take her to a specialist who could perform an ultrasound...because the X-rays were not showing much. I made an appointment for Dec. 26. Skipper had inoperable brain cancer, and the specialist told me that every waking moment of her life had to be excruciatingly painful...that I had to seriously consider doing the right, the LOVING thing for her. I took my baby home, tears streaming down my face. I called OAH, and they said to bring her right in. I will never forget that day. Not just because of the heartbreak but also the empathy and compassion from all the OAH staff. They see all our fur and feather babies now...specifically Dr. Rachel Farge. She's amazing...so compassionate with us humans and gentle and loving with all the critters. But really, all the staff there are awesome! If your new in town, or maybe just looking for a new animal hospital for your fur-kid, I highly, HIGHLY recommend OAH!!!Read Less

Wonderful, caring doctors & staff. Good prices. They saved my cat's life after another vet nearly killed my cat doing a common UTI surgery. The other vet called to tell me there was nothing they could do more for my cat and they had tried to save him, but needed to put him down. (He was only 2). I called Occoquan and talked to Dr. Morse and she told me not to have him put down, but to bring him in. I went and picked him up under anesthesia and took him in to Occoquan and they saved him. The other vet had poked a hole in him doing the common balloon surgery for UTI and couldn't admit they didn't know how to fix it. I'm ok with mistakes -- (everyone makes them) but, ego shouldn't get in the way of a pet's life. We now take all our pets there and am so glad we found them.Read Less

I adopted a kitty (the hospital knew him as 'Clyde', his shelter name) who had a chronic gastrointestinal blockage problem. I brought him in every few months, and near the end, once a week. Sorting him out was always an unpleasant affair for them, although they always approached it with a cheerful smile and would never admit it. My cat was a true friend, and we went through a lot together. I miss him a lot. I've had animals all my life, and I've been to countless veterinary hospitals. Occoquan Animal Hospital came to me as a recommendation from a neighbor. It turned out to be the best animal hospital I've ever been to. I recommend them without the slightest hesitation- even if they don't have 'loaner cats' for when mine was in the shop. :-) Love these folks. I am without an animal friend right now but when that changes, I will be back.Read Less

My neighbor introduced me to the Occoquan Animal Hospital and highly recommended her vet, Dr. Rachel Farge.  I am so glad she did.   Dr. Farge is wonderful, as is the rest of the staff.  At our latest visit, my dog was neutered.  The procedure was a more invasive one, since an undescended testicle had to be found.  Dr. Farge and staff did a great job and took good care of my dog.  She answered all my questions.  Like others have said, the staff is professional, very patient and knowledgeable, and they have a great bedside manner.  As long as I am in this area, this is where my fur baby will go when he needs medical attention. Read Less

I switched to Occoquan Animal Hospital from another local vet in November when my neighbor told me great things about them. SO glad I did (and wish I had years ago).I have been here numerous times now with my pup for routine checks and one recent ER visit.  The staff are amazing - professional, patient, and knowledgeable, with excellent bedside manner; it's obvious they truly care about their fur patients and their owners.Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants the very best for their pet. Read Less

This is the most welcoming animal hospital I have ever been into. I was referred to Dr. Morse as "THE" bulldog whisperer. He is so knowledgeable and kind. He sits on the floor and my Brutus gives him lots of love. They know their Bulldogs! They are not any overly easy breed to take care of. I never leave OAH feeling like I have been ripped off like I have been from other places. I feel like they are genuinely interested in my dog and my opinion. Brutus knows when we pull up to OAH and can't wait to get inside. Everyone there is so friendly. We also board Brutus there when we have to go out of town. I have to say, I certainly don't have to worry about him when he is in their care. Thank you OAH! Read Less

I've been coming here for 12 years they've been ok.my dog Conny is been sick lately and Dr Santangelo is been taking good care of her. She really cares about her animal patients and is very caring. I feel she goes beyond and always following up. I love her now my Conny after going trough so much( surgery, recovery, infection,etc) feels so much better. The staff is nice and friendly too Read Less

Loveeee this place! everyone here is so nice & friendly. I take my little Shiba Inu puppy, Goku, here and everyone showers him with love. Dr. Fage is wonderful and during the initial visit she drew me out a timeline of when I need to come back, what shots are needed when, etc. She gave me lots of new puppy tips and a free puppy kit that included front-line & heart worm medication. I love everyone here, they're so friendly and they truly care about your animal. Plus, Goku loved everyone here too! Read Less

All of the Vets, Vet Tchs and staff are professional, knowledgeable and very very pet friendly. There are always enough doctors to provide the services needed. I have been taking my Rottie there for 6 years. They also do great work for local rescues. Fair prices and great service; hard to find one nevermind both! Thanks. Read Less

I have taken my dogs here and I am convinced this is the place for them.  One of my dogs is currently on a contract with the Banfield plan and in April I will cancel it to bring him here.  He has had several allergy issues that I have persistently visited Banfield in and he was still suffering after being put on steroids, antibiotics, and medicated shampoo.  Even after this he continued to suffer.  This past weekend I took him to Dr. Farr. (misspelled) and right away she identified what was going on.  She put him on another medication and he has already stopped scratching!    They really know what they are doing and that is what I expect in a vet. A great place! Read Less

This is the first Vet hospital that I have ever been to that really cares about the animals and the owners more than the amount of money they can charge. I love the way they treat my dogs as if they are the only animals on earth. I come from Fairfax for their good service. This will be where my little buddies will go as long as we are in VA. The best. Read Less

I love this place. They are walk in, so get there early; about 15 min before they open. We went on a Tuesday at 345pm. They opened promptly at 4 and we were second in the door. We were new, so the girl set us up with all the paperwork and were still seen third. We brought in our 8 week old puppy for his first puppy visit. The doctor knew what she was doing, and had addressed all my concerns before I even asked. She advised me on potty training and feeding schedule, got him weighed, all his shots and dewormed. She even had his nails clipped without being asked! Even though we were there for maybe 20 minuted total, I am fully satisfied with my visit and will be taking my other dog for his check up very soon.This is no high end animal hospital. It very bare bones, the waiting room is just some benches, and the room we were in was very dated as far as the exam table, but they had newer technology for ultra sound and so on. Everyone was nice, funny, talked to you like you were a person. I loved it. (So did my puppy) Read Less

Wonderful service, excellent staff...these people really care about their clients and the owners. I have a vet out here in the boonies where I live but I travel an hour and a half to take my dogs to Occoquan Animal Hospital simply because they are awesome. They recommend the best care for your animals and they take care of them as if they were their own. I highly recommend them to anyone! Read Less

Love this place!  New to town and needed a new vet since our dog was hurt.  Took him in without an appointment and everyone was so friendly.  Was seen very quickly and was shocked by the charges......in a good way.  Very reasonable.  This is my new vet! Read Less

at my older dogs last well visit she told me she wasn't able to look into her ears and she stated that they didn't look or smell infected, but to take her to get groomed and get her ears plucked because they were probably irritated. So, I took her to get that done and they weren't even able to get to her ears. It was so bad she got huge hematomas on both ears. My dog wouldn't stop shaking her head, so I was concerned about the bleeding and took her to woodbridge animal hospital for an emergency visit. They took her in and ran some tests. Behold she had a stinking yeast infection in her ears!! That is something that should have been done at her well visit instead of me having to shell out another 200 bucks. I will never take any of my pets here again and I now take them to woodbridge animal hospital. Read Less

This place is GREAT. I have been to many a Vet's office and have been impressed with a few, but Occoquan Animal Hospital, specifically Dr. Morse. You get the real deal here. No one up-sells you. You are provided with honest information and you can make your own decision. I admire how this hospital is operated and how they do business. All the while providing the BEST care for all of our animals. Thank you Dr. Morse & staff, you guys are the BEST!!!! Gloria Gallagher, Fins & Feathers Read Less

i searched for months to find the right vet for our older corgi in this area.  Many of the other vets in the area nickel and dime you, often overcharging you.  Here the staff is kind, professional, customer oriented, and they make sure you are paying a fair price.  Every doctor here really listens to you and your concerns and never rush to get you out the door.  They are mostly run by walk in hours, but it is never a long wait or inconvenience.  Their business is always clean though it is older, and the noise levels are fine.  Pulling in to the parking lot can be tense with traffic, but otherwise no complaints.  I would and have recommended this vet to friends.  If you are looking for a fairly priced vet with a knowledgeable and kind staff. OAH is for you.  They also offer boarding, but I have never actually used this service.  All the animals I see there are happy and healthy though when I take my corgi in for his monthly weigh ins. Read Less

I have been going here for almost a year. Although it is a walk in clinic it's amazing. My dogs have seen almost all the staff and DRs here and I'm always satisfied. Very knowledgeable and I never feel that they are rushing. But that's probably because I always show up 15 minutes prior to them opening to avoid my dogs and I from waiting. They truly care about your pets and even if you do get in line and wait. It's definitely worth it. Read Less

We've been taking our Pomeranians to O/A/H since we've had them. Dr Morse & the other vets gave our 1st. sick older Pom excellent care until he died & he loved everybody there. Everybody there  makes our 3 Poms we have now feel loved & well cared for. The vets address all our concerns & the staff is very friendly. If you're looking for vets who are great at what they do & treat your animals like they're family, O/A/H is where you need to be.Linda W. Read Less

Amazing vets, great staff. My puppy has been going here since he was 10 weeks old (took him to a different vet in Fairfax before and they were terrible and tried to con us out of money). He loves it. Gets excited to see everyone and is always treated very well. I cannot complain. His neutering was flawless and they have always solved every issue I've ever had as a new puppy owner. Love this place and would recommend them to everyone and have on numerous occasions.Read Less